Middle Fork Trail, Washington

The total elevation difference for this backpacking and hiking trail is 3,118 feet which is higher than average. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end, so if you can get a ride from someone, you can hike it just one way. Now this hiking and backpacking trail is pretty long, so do pack enough food to last the whole trip. Middle Fork Trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. With its 14.4 miles of walking distance; it's a long wilderness hiking trail. Now, this is roughly a 2-day backcountry hike, so make sure you've got all your overnight gear packed.